About the Academy

The New Canaan Dance Academy, founded in 2001 by Elaine Young, offers training in multiple dance styles to students of all ages ranging from 3 years old to Adult.

The Academy’s goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment in which students can realize their full artistic and physical potential under the guidance of teachers who have been formally trained in classical dance techniques. Teachers constantly monitor the progress in a student’s core body strength and body alignment to ensure the optimal foundation for technical development.

Students in our program will learn not only dance movement but will achieve an appreciation of performing on stage, choreographic techniques, learning in a collaborative environment, the mind-body connection necessary in dance, and how different dance styles are complementary of one another.